AMERICAN VM TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 1951481 • 46230 BALDWIN, MACOMB, MI, 48044
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-693541 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 15, 2023 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-9081187 | ON FILE | Nov 26, 2023 | Nov 26, 2024 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-660-498M9500-TIL-10 | ON FILE | Nov 12, 2010 | Jul 28, 2011 |
Insurance History (21 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 018-23-6932 | CANCELLED | Nov 26, 2022 | Nov 26, 2023 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | BA0730777 | REPLACED | Nov 26, 2021 | Nov 26, 2022 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN270211 | REPLACED | Nov 26, 2019 | Nov 26, 2021 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN270211 | CANCELLED | Nov 26, 2019 | Dec 22, 2021 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP26972A | CANCELLED | Nov 26, 2016 | Nov 26, 2019 |
| PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2787089 | REPLACED | Nov 26, 2015 | Nov 26, 2016 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07923501 | REPLACED | Nov 26, 2014 | Nov 26, 2015 |
| AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2090206 | CANCELLED | May 22, 2014 | Nov 15, 2014 |
| AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2090206 | CANCELLED | Mar 26, 2014 | May 22, 2014 |
| AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2090206 | CANCELLED | Feb 22, 2014 | Mar 26, 2014 |
| AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2090206 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 2013 | Feb 22, 2014 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0759200 | CANCELLED | Oct 19, 2013 | Nov 12, 2013 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0759200 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2013 | Oct 19, 2013 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0759200 | CANCELLED | Apr 20, 2013 | Aug 1, 2013 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0759200 | CANCELLED | Nov 12, 2012 | Apr 20, 2013 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0700689 | REPLACED | Nov 12, 2011 | Nov 12, 2012 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0641200 | REPLACED | Nov 12, 2010 | Nov 12, 2011 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MC3041989 | CANCELLED | Nov 12, 2009 | Dec 16, 2010 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MC3041989 | REPLACED | Nov 12, 2009 | Nov 12, 2010 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3041989 | CANCELLED | Nov 12, 2009 | Dec 16, 2010 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3041989 | REPLACED | Nov 12, 2009 | Nov 12, 2010 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9081187 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2024 | Nov 26, 2024 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 018-23-6932 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2023 | Nov 26, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA0730777 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2022 | Nov 26, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN270211 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 22, 2021 | Dec 22, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN270211 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2021 | Nov 26, 2021 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP26972A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2019 | Nov 26, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2787089 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2016 | Nov 26, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07923501 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2015 | Nov 26, 2015 |
| CANCEL | AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2090206 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2014 | Nov 15, 2014 |
| CANCEL | AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2090206 | BIPD/Primary | May 22, 2014 | May 22, 2014 |
| CANCEL | AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2090206 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 26, 2014 | Mar 26, 2014 |
| CANCEL | AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2090206 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 22, 2014 | Feb 22, 2014 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0759200 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 12, 2013 | Nov 12, 2013 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0759200 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 19, 2013 | Oct 19, 2013 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0759200 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2013 | Aug 1, 2013 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0759200 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 20, 2013 | Apr 20, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0700689 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 12, 2012 | Nov 12, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0641200 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 12, 2011 | Nov 12, 2011 |
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-498M9500-TIL-10 | CARGO | Jul 28, 2011 | Jul 28, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3041989 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 16, 2010 | Dec 16, 2010 |
| TERM/CANCL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | MC3041989 | CARGO | Dec 16, 2010 | Dec 16, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | MC3041989 | CARGO | Nov 12, 2010 | Nov 12, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3041989 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 12, 2010 | Nov 12, 2010 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-693541 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (10 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC693541 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 30, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 15, 2023 |
| MC693541 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 30, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 25, 2019 |
| MC693541 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Dec 8, 2014 | — | Unknown |
| MC693541 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 25, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 13, 2014 |
| MC693541 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 27, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 17, 2014 |
| MC693541 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 27, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 30, 2014 |
| MC693541 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 21, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 18, 2013 |
| MC693541 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 23, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 7, 2013 |
| MC693541 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 1, 2013 |
| MC693541 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 19, 2009 | REVOKED | Nov 24, 2014 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
3 states • 28 inspections
Violation Summary (34 violations from 28 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.17 | 390.17 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.5(a)(1) | Maximum driving time for adverse conditions | 1 | 0 | 5 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (28 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
9 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (9 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOVI | RAMP 010D | ...UL8914 | AMERICAN VM TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 24, 2023 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | DETROIT | W I 94 | ...GT7367 | AMERICAN VM TRANSPORT INC |
| Dec 30, 2022 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | BRIGHTON TWP | W/B I-96 | ...FT2097 | AMERICAN VM TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 13, 2022 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PONTIAC | TELEGRAPH | ...GG9679 | AMERICAN VM TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 7, 2019 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 1, 2018 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 4, 2011 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 3, 2011 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 12, 2010 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
33 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 33 events